you think you don't deserve it.
you are afraid of its intensity.
you are afraid of its temporary nature.
joy asks you to slow down and savor the moment and you are too busy.
you feel joy doing an activity not on your schedule, not in the plan, and you should feel guilty instead.
other people are suffering.
you know you will suffer again.
somberness is the sign of your seriousness and commitment to improving yourself and the world.
Joy is divine. It is the very presence of Love. Say yes. Say thank you. Hold it gently and don't panic when the feeling begins to fades. It will return.